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- #63 Jade Lehti: Event Horizonsthis week we sit down with Jade Lehti, a local entrepreneur and professional event coordinator who owns and operates Solar Plexed Productions and the Grand Hall in Chilliwack, a new community event space. We discuss her history in event coordinating, her journey getting the Grand Hall set up, and her next steps.If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on November 1st 20231 hr 55 min
- #62 L.T. James: Twisted Tales
This week we sit down with local author L.T. James to discuss writing, her process, how she wrote and published her own book of short stories, and what comes next. We also dive into a discussion on her various supernatural experiences and how they played a role in her writing.
Twisted Tales from the Dark Side: The Devil's Playground is currently available on Amazon and Kindle.
If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on October 30th 20232 hr 10 min - #61 Darien Johnsen: Zapta ZineThis week we sit down with Darien Johnsen, the creator of the popular local Zapta zine. We begin with a discussion on media, TV, and jumping the shark which slowly shifts into her podcast experience with "Stories of Resiliency" on CIVL Radio. We then dive into a discussion on Darien's work counteracting racism in the Fraser Valley through many avenues. We dive into how Zapta magazine was created and the ideas behind it and how it brings together community in a unique way.To find out more check out @zaptazine on Instagram or find it on issuu.com under ZaptazineIf you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on October 16th 20232 hr 22 min
- #60 Erick Rodriguez: Elementa SurpriseThis week we sit down with entrepreneur, Marketing expert, and founder of Elementa Apparel, Erick Rodriguez. We discuss how the company took shape, the revolutionary use of Bamboo Silk in the product, and the manufacturing process. We also delve into Erick's appearance on Shark Tank Mexico and the preparation and challenges this experience brought. We also touch on advertising, marketing, and the ethical responsibility that comes with operating a successful e-commerce clothing line as well as what the future holds for Elementa.You can find out more by following @Elementa on Instagram or by visiting their website elementa.mxIf you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on October 9th 20232 hr 24 min
- #58 Ryan McClary: Music MattersThis week we sit down with Ryan McClary, the genius behind McClary's Rock 'N' Roll Apparel. We dive into how music brings us together, Ryan's background growing up in the Valley, and a few of our favorite conspiracies. We touch on the education system then delve into Ryan's background as a farm kid and how success and failure has framed his life and where he is now. We touch on human morality and the shopping cart theory, discuss our reading preferences, and end things with some wild ghost stories and the future of Music Heals and McClary Apparel.You can find out more by looking up @musicheals_ca and @mclaryapparel on InstagramIf you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram or Youtube.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on September 12th 20232 hr 18 min
- #59 Eve Pohl: Hope For Korah
This week we sit down with Eve Pohl, the founder of Hope for Korah, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering and improving the lives of vulnerable children and families living near the trash dump in Korah, Ethiopia. We discuss the beginnings of the organization and how it has grown exponentially since its inception and the reasons behind that. We also take a deep dive into the stories and people who's lives have been impacted through the incredible work that is going on overseas. We wrap up with a highlight on the upcoming event "Evening for Korah" an annual fundraising event to raise funds necessary to affect change in the lives of vulnerable ethiopians.
If you want to know more or would like to donate or help in any way check out @hopeforkorah on Instagram or visit their website hopeforkorah.org
If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on September 18th 20231 hr 35 min - #57 Kayla Brouwer: Doing Life DifferentlyThis week we are joined by Kayla Brouwer as we discuss all manner of topics including cruises, Canada, and our extensive lack of sports knowledge. We then delve into Kayla's work as a community support worker and the lesser known struggles of those with disabilities. Everything from broken curbs to bus stops we discuss the issues around the Fraser Valley as well as what drove her into this field of work and the passion that comes along with it.If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram or Youtube.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on September 7th 20232 hr 14 min
- #56 Veda McDonald: A Dynamic DiscourseThis week we sit down with Veda McDonald to discuss some hot topics in media lately and enjoy some delicious drinks from our local store Mr. Menchies. As we sip on Hatch Chile and Lime soda we dive into a conversation on MSG, pirates, kids on bikes, and Disney on ice. We then touch on twilight, nostalgia, hot rod, raisin bran, effects of sugars and dyes, and reincarnation. We end the discussion with a journey into death, grief and marriage.If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on August 21st 20232 hr 16 min
- #55 Kellyn Kavanaugh: Oh the Horror!This week we sit down with Kellyn the creative mind behind The Local Crypt and team member at Common Room Music. We discuss a number of topics including vaporwave music, controversial horror films, the Dahmer series, and where our deep-seated fear of clowns stems from. Kellyn speaks at length about ethical storytelling and the role it plays in modern media as well as the intrinsic value of horror in society. We end with a discussion on how to navigate controversial authors and works and how to pull the lessons from everything around us.You can find out more at @thelocalcrypt on Instagram.If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram or Youtube.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on July 10th 20232 hr 37 min
- #54 Morse Code Literature: Banding TogetherThis week we sit down with the local band Morse Code Literature to discuss how they got their start and why they love what they do. We delve into a somewhat sketchy Craigslist ad, musical influences, AI Art, and more. We delve into what music means to the band, and how it feels to play live and find their own rhythm on and off stage.You can find the band @morsecodeliteratureband on Instagram and find their growing song list on Spotify.If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram or Youtube.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on August 16th 20231 hr 48 min
About The Modern Rustic
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A community based podcast recorded in the heart of the Fraser Valley, where your host Russell Reitsema invites guests to join him for lively conversations to promote, discuss, argue, laugh, and learn…
while exchanging new ideas through classic conversation. Where we delve into the passions, pursuits, and professions of people of all walks of life. Where we celebrate our community and discuss the changing world and the impact we have on it.